Advice on career options.

Ok guys I am currently 20 years old and about to graduate with my A.S. in Network Administration next month. During my coursework I gained 6 months experience interning at a hospital doing small helpdesk work a couple days a week. As for my certs I currently hold Network+ and plan to tackle Security+ around the new year.

I can take 7 more courses to gain another A.S. degree in Computer Information Technology but, this would cut into my study time for certifications. I am also currently working in retail management full time making good money for my age as well.

I am wondering what some of your opinions are on available options and whether another A.S. degree would be worth the trouble? Thanks.

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veritas_libertas

xkheperax wrote: »

Ok guys I am currently 20 years old and about to graduate with my A.S. in Network Administration next month. During my coursework I gained 6 months experience interning at a hospital doing small helpdesk work a couple days a week. As for my certs I currently hold Network+ and plan to tackle Security+ around the new year.

I can take 7 more courses to gain another A.S. degree in Computer Information Technology but, this would cut into my study time for certifications. I am also currently working in retail management full time making good money for my age as well.

I am wondering what some of your opinions are on available options and whether another A.S. degree would be worth the trouble? Thanks.

I don't think another A.S. would be worth it. I would start working on a Bachelor degree if I were you.

blargoe

I agree. I don't see the multiple AS degrees as being additive. Work on experience, certs, and the BS degree if you plan to continue with formal education.

xkheperax

The bachelors degree will be offered in the Fall of 2010 at my current school which I plan to pursue. Thanks for your input guys I appreciate it.

veritas_libertas

xkheperax wrote: »

The bachelors degree will be offered in the Fall of 2010 at my current school which I plan to pursue. Thanks for your input guys I appreciate it.

In that case I would hit the certifications full blast before then. You will be in good shape if you do the CCNA or MCITP:SA/EA before then.

Good Luck and welcome to TE!